Audi A5 Sportback vs Audi A5
Overview | |
Years produced2008-Present | Years produced2018-Present |
MSRP$49,700 | MSRP$42,600 |
Listings5518 | Listings1564 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryThe redesigned 2025 Audi A5 compact luxury car takes on a more important role in the luxury brand’s lineup. The coupe and convertible body styles are gone, leaving only a five-door hatchback akin to the previous-generation A5 Sportback (Europe gets an A5 Avant wagon as well). That model also happened to be Audi’s bestselling non-SUV in 2024, so the new A5 also replaces the slower-selling A4 sedan as Audi’s answer to the Alfa Romeo Giulia, BMW 3 Series, Cadillac CT4, Genesis G70, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, and Lexus IS. Verdict: The new Audi A5 impresses with tech, handling poise, and practicality, but represents a significant effective price increase for returning Audi customers. | |
Reviews SummaryIn the $40,000 range, Audi meets your cargo-hauling needs in three different ways. There is the Audi Q5, which is an SUV. There is the Audi A4 Allroad, a station wagon wearing an SUV costume. And there is the new 2018 Audi A5 Sportback, a 5-door hatch blending style, performance, and utility in equal measure. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 268 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 252 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower252 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City22 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 268 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 252 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque273 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower252 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space22.6 cu ft | Cargo Space21.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight4090 lbs | Curb Weight3704 lbs |
Height57.0 in | Height54.6 in |
Length190.1 in | Length186.3 in |
Width82.6 in | Width79.9 in |
Wheelbase113.8 in | Wheelbase111.2 in |
Maximum Payload992 lbs | Maximum Payload1058 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2008-Present | 2018-Present |
MSRP | $49,700 | $42,600 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The redesigned 2025 Audi A5 compact luxury car takes on a more important role in the luxury brand’s lineup. The coupe and convertible body styles are gone, leaving only a five-door hatchback akin to the previous-generation A5 Sportback (Europe gets an A5 Avant wagon as well). That model also happened to be Audi’s bestselling non-SUV in 2024, so the new A5 also replaces the slower-selling A4 sedan as Audi’s answer to the Alfa Romeo Giulia, BMW 3 Series, Cadillac CT4, Genesis G70, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, and Lexus IS. Verdict: The new Audi A5 impresses with tech, handling poise, and practicality, but represents a significant effective price increase for returning Audi customers. | In the $40,000 range, Audi meets your cargo-hauling needs in three different ways. There is the Audi Q5, which is an SUV. There is the Audi A4 Allroad, a station wagon wearing an SUV costume. And there is the new 2018 Audi A5 Sportback, a 5-door hatch blending style, performance, and utility in equal measure. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 268 hp I4 | 2.0L 252 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 252 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
MPG City | 22 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 268 hp I4 | 2.0L 252 hp I4 |
Torque | 273 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | |
Horsepower | 252 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | Standard |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 22.6 cu ft | 21.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4090 lbs | 3704 lbs |
Height | 57.0 in | 54.6 in |
Length | 190.1 in | 186.3 in |
Width | 82.6 in | 79.9 in |
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 111.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 992 lbs | 1058 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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